Jimmy Lai awaits a verdict in a Hong Kong national security case over charges tied to his pro-democracy activities and the closure of Apple Daily.

India's PM Modi received Oman’s top honor and signed a trade deal during a visit marking 70 years of bilateral ties.

White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles criticized top officials in a Vanity Fair interview, sparking backlash and a DOJ deadline to release Epstein documents.

Trump gave $1,776 one-time payments to 1.45 million troops, calling it a holiday gift funded by tariffs and tax laws.

Four Republicans joined Democrats to vote on extending ACA subsidies, averting their expiration.

The U.S. proposes moving marijuana from Schedule I to Schedule III, potentially boosting Colorado’s cannabis industry.

Indian PM Modi begins visit to Jordan, first stop on tour of three nations.

The U.S. Senate passed a $901 billion defense bill for 2026 with bipartisan support, including pay raises, aid to Ukraine, and controversial policy changes.

Jared Isaacman, a billionaire astronaut and former Trump nominee, confirmed as NASA administrator amid political and industry tensions.

The UK will rejoin Erasmus+ in 2027, restoring student exchanges with Europe after Brexit.